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Things to do in Barrow-In-Furness

Listed below are all the things to do in Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria that we offer through GoBananas. We can reserve and book more than 250 different and exciting activities and experiences. Everything within 25 miles of Barrow-In-Furness is displayed by activity type below. Choosing stuff to do in Barrow-In-Furness has never been so easy!

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Outdoor Go Karting in Blackpool

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Blackpool Go Karting Outdoor

Progress on racing skills or get started on Blackpool go karting outdoors. Let off some steam with a 5 mins practice, 4 races of 5 laps, semi final and final. Winners get a trophy and a bottle of bubbly.

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Things to do and see in Barrow-in-Furness

Barrow-in-Furness is often referred to as Barrow. It is town in Cumbria and it was once part of Lancashire. Barrow was established in Victorian times and has a vast amount of picturesque scenery for visitors and locals alike to explore. Morecombe Bay is close by and the views of the Lake District are stunning. Travelling to Barrow in Furness There is easy access to Barrow in Furness by train, air and road. To travel to Barrow in Furness by car, visitors would need to follow the A601 and then exit at the J35 junction. Major Railway Stations and Airports Barrow-in-Furness railway station is the main railway in the area. Blackpool International Airport is the closet major airport to Barrow in Furness.

Landmarks in Barrow-in-Furness Barrow-in-Furness has several major landmarks and historical buildings. Major landmarks include Furness Abbey, Piel Island, the Sir John Barrow monument and Dalton castle. Must see places to visit Aside from the major landmarks such as the Abbey, Piel Island, Dalton Castle and the Sir John Barrow monument, Barrow in Furness is also known for the Walney nature reserves, and anyone visiting would be best advised to see the reserves and its spectacular wildlife for themselves. The reserves are known for having hundreds of different varieties of wildlife including eagles, merlins and hawks. The nature reserves are also rich in flora, which is all waiting to be explored.

Places to visit during the day

Some of the major attractions to visit during the day include Cumbria Karting, Furness Golf Club, Cumbria Bowling, Piel Island and Furness Abbey. Dalton Castle is also popular with visitors. Wax Lyrical is one of Europe’s biggest candle manufactures Visitors to Wax Lyrical can purchase goods and learn about the history of mining in the local area. There is a small rail route that takes people along some of the scenic routes. This includes Ulvertson and Cranforth. Due to the stunning scenery on the route, visitors will probably want to take a camera with them to record the views. The Furness Marksmen shooting club is a good option for team building as is boating at Park Lake. Barrow-in-Furness is also an excellent location for shopping. As well as major retailers, there are also several markets to visit. Dock Museum is hugely popular, and it is free to visit; there are a number of war memorials to visit.

Places to visit during the night time

There are numerous highly rated pubs, clubs and restaurants in Barrow-in-Furness for people to visit. The Strawberry is recommended for pub food, and The Buddha Lounge Bar is a good choice for people that want a venue with a bit of a difference. Barrow-in-Furness also has a vibrant nightlife and there are plenty of night-time venues. For a night out with a difference, visitors might like to go to Princess Selandia. The club is also known as The Boat due to the fact that it is moored in a local river. The White House Hotel has a pool table and Bar Five is open day and night and plays chart music for evening visitors to the bar. Festivals in Barrow-in-Furness The Dalton Carnival is held in June, a coffee and crafts weekend is held during August. The local council organises a five week festival of walks during the summer. Sports in Barrow-in-Furness When it comes to sporting events, Barrow is perhaps best known for its rugby league team. For visitors that want to participate in sports, Walney Chanel is good for water sports such as wind surfing and powerboat racing. There are also plenty of walking trails and cycling tracks. There are foot paths that run along Walney Chanel, or there are plenty of maps that are available online for people that want to create their own walking routes.

Best times of year to visit

As there are plenty of outdoor activities in Barrow to explore, a good time of the year to visit is in the summer. For instance, if a visitor intends to take part in water sports such as sailing, then the summer weather would be ideal. There are guided walks held during the summer, so this is an ideal season for visitors that enjoy walking holidays. Worst Times of year to visit The worst times of year to visit depend on the activities planned. As there is plenty to do outdoors, the winter months won’t be the best of times to explore these.

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